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Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 02-05-2014, 08:06 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,081
Posted By sdm24
Re: 2.5 doesn't want to start when cold

The problem came back so I am going to move to replacing the computer next. I am at the point that I have to believe it is the computer. Currently the truck is starting fine. I unplugged and blew out...
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 01-20-2014, 04:58 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,081
Posted By sdm24
Re: 2.5 doesn't want to start when cold

I used the owners manual and replaced the relay listed as pcm relay and it did not help. I then started pulling relays one at a time with the scanner plugged in trying to duplicate the communication...
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 01-17-2014, 02:43 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,081
Posted By sdm24
Re: 2.5 doesn't want to start when cold

I got my scanner and it pinpointed my problem. When my truck starts normally the scanner works fine. When the truck doesn't want to start the ecu and the scanner are not communicating. So I figure my...
Forum: Off Topic 01-15-2014, 05:58 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,122
Posted By sdm24
Re: This Is Getting Out of Hand

I prefer slacker to pandora personally, but I get what you are saying
Forum: 3.0 Vulcan Tech 01-12-2014, 06:36 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,213
Posted By sdm24
Re: Another no start problem... need help

The sensors should read roughly what the temperature is wherever the vehicle is when starting up and you should see both warm up as the truck warms up. I am still waiting for my truck to not start...
Forum: 3.0 Vulcan Tech 01-10-2014, 07:52 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,213
Posted By sdm24
Re: Another no start problem... need help

I have heard a faulty IAT or ECT sensor will cause starting problems. Especially when it is cold. A code scanner with live data will show what the sensors are reading. An engine needs more fuel to...
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 01-10-2014, 02:41 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,609
Posted By sdm24
Re: Intermittent starting problem

I am having the same problem. Mine is not fuel pressure.
You need to test your fuel pressure at the rail. It should be 60-65psi. This will eliminate or pinpoint fuel as your problem. You need to...
Forum: Photography 01-06-2014, 05:43 AM
Replies: 126
Views: 16,502
Posted By sdm24
Re: Quads and dirtbike pics

thanks. I need to stop spending money on four wheelers and start working on the TransAm. It ran when I parked it about 6 years ago. I pulled the battery and it has sat.Underneath the tarp in the...
Forum: Photography 01-05-2014, 11:16 AM
Replies: 126
Views: 16,502
Posted By sdm24
Re: Quads and dirtbike pics

Here is the only picture I have of my 2000 Honda 400EX and my wifes 2000 Polaris TrailBoss.
http://i60.photobucket.com/albums/h14/sdm24/2013-09-25_18-43-31_17_zps1ebc3210.jpg
Forum: 3.0 Vulcan Tech 12-31-2013, 05:26 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,767
Posted By sdm24
Re: Starting problem

As I said the cheap easy things to try first would be the fuel pump relay and the fuel filter. If those don't fix the problem then you have to look at the fuel pump, which is more expensi ve and is...
Forum: 3.0 Vulcan Tech 12-29-2013, 05:04 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,767
Posted By sdm24
Re: Starting problem

Damn! that sounds very frustrating. Let me know what your results are on the fuel pressure. If it is a fuel pressure problem the cheapest and easiest thing to try would be the fuel pump relay. You...
Forum: 3.0 Vulcan Tech 12-28-2013, 09:47 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,767
Posted By sdm24
Re: Starting problem

I am working on the same issue. First things first, if you think you have a fuel problem you need to get a fuel pressure gauge and check the pressure on the rail. It should be around 65 psi. I...
Forum: Fabrication and Tool Tech 12-14-2013, 07:38 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,324
Posted By sdm24
Re: Does anyone know the difference between the Harbor Freight scan tools

Thanks for the responses. I ended up buying the autel 519 off amazon for $79. I will let you know what I think of it after I get it an get the chance to play around with it, and hopefully figure out...
Forum: Fabrication and Tool Tech 12-11-2013, 06:38 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,324
Posted By sdm24
Does anyone know the difference between the Harbor Freight scan tools

I am looking to buy a scan tool. I need it to track down a starting problem with my ranger. I am looking at the Harbor Freight Deluxe and Professional models. Does anyone know what the difference is,...
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 12-09-2013, 07:02 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,081
Posted By sdm24
Re: 2.5 doesn't want to start when cold

What is start pilot?
I have not changed the firing order of the exhaust coil pack. What is the benefit?
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 12-09-2013, 04:53 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,081
Posted By sdm24
Re: 2.5 doesn't want to start when cold

That may take a while as I do not have a reader. Its on the list of things to buy. Maybe if I hadnt wasted $50 on a coil pack I didnt need. It will have to wait til after xmas
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 12-09-2013, 05:28 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,081
Posted By sdm24
Re: 2.5 doesn't want to start when cold

It is buried below cold until it runs for about 10 minutes when it is cold out. Afterwards it runs where it always does somewhere in the middle.

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I noticed something since hooking up...
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 12-08-2013, 11:03 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,081
Posted By sdm24
Re: 2.5 doesn't want to start when cold

Just cleaned the MAF and IAC. I don't know if it helped since the truck has been started today. Will have to wait for the morning. or later tonight.
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 12-08-2013, 10:00 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,081
Posted By sdm24
Re: 2.5 doesn't want to start when cold

It is winter again and my old problem reared its ugly head. I replaced the intake coil pack today thinking that that could be it but no better. The battery was bought last march. I replaced the plug...
Forum: General Ford Ranger Discussion 04-20-2013, 04:56 PM
Replies: 3,824
Views: 264,160
Posted By sdm24
Re: The "what do you hate about your Ranger today" thread

the back 2 spark plug wires on the driver side. I am sure this has been covered before but I was changing plug wires today wondering what kind of idiot designed that, and yes I figured out if I took...
Forum: General Ford Ranger Discussion 04-20-2013, 01:47 PM
Replies: 15,998
Views: 1,068,213
Posted By sdm24
Re: What did you do to your ranger today thread

I had a weeks vacation scheduled and had some stuff I wanted to do to my ranger so I took $1000 out of savings to get it done. I changed ball joints, upper control arms, replaced both sway bar links...
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 03-17-2013, 06:48 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,081
Posted By sdm24
Re: 2.5 doesn't want to start when cold

No I haven't I just looked it up and figured out how to do it and where it is. I will get a fuel pressure tester and check the regulator now that I know how and it isn't frickin freezing. thanks
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 03-16-2013, 08:46 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,081
Posted By sdm24
Re: 2.5 doesn't want to start when cold

I would say 30 degrees and colder. It has been in the 40s and 50s lately but first thing in the morning it is still 30s and lately it has been fine. Started first time the last few weeks. I am glad...
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 03-16-2013, 05:04 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,081
Posted By sdm24
Re: 2.5 doesn't want to start when cold

640 Cold Cranking Amps
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 03-15-2013, 07:19 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,081
Posted By sdm24
2.5 doesn't want to start when cold

My 2.5 Ranger was having problems starting this winter. I changed the fuel filter and ended up having to change the battery from the drain of trying to start the truck. After sitting for several...
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